Blogs & Resources
The Decorators & Designers Association of Canada is a Canadian professional association that elevates the decorating and design industry through education, events, training, advocacy and community building.
Four Ways to Brighten Up a Basement
Basements can be dark, drab and all-around just not nice places to spend time in. But they don’t have to be that way. With a few renovations, basements can be transformed into bright, pleasant,...
Feng Shui Basics
How does energy flow through your home? Is it something you think about? If you’re someone who practices feng shui, it’s not just something you think about, but something that you purposely set out...
When it Comes to Colours, Accessories First
Photo: Sandra Cross Interiors Thinking of changing your colour scheme? That’s great, but don’t move too fast, says Nancy DeVries of Urban Aesthetics in North Vancouver. Consider what you have...
Tips for Creating a Kid’s Dream Room
Perhaps no room in the house is as much to decorate as a young child’s room. From playfully themed beds to colourful cartoon wallpaper, there are plenty of options for making your child’s space one...
Make Your Kitchen a Healthy Haven
Healthy eating can feel like a challenge – especially when we’re strapped for time. Breakfasts become quick grab-and-go meals and dinners often become takeout after a long day at the office. The...
Let the Old Meet the New in Your Home Décor
Say you have some really great antique pieces that you want to hold onto – but you want to merge them with your new, slick home décor. How do you do it? Is it even possible to merge the old with the...
Sexy Style for Your Bedroom
Maybe it’s the popularity of 50 Shades of Grey or vampire-themed television shows such as True Blood, but lately it’s all about dark, gothic glamour when it comes to creating a sexy space. Candles...
Texturize Your Walls
If you’re after something new for your walls, consider going beyond just thinking of colour and patterns. Instead, think texture, which is popping up (quite literally) as the big new trend in wall...
Energy-Saving Lighting Options
Reducing your energy consumption is good for both the environment and your pocketbook. Mary Kyd, a lighting specialist withAtlantic Lighting Studio in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, says that while...
How Furniture Layout Affects Mood
When it comes to home decorating, you need to consider more than just colours and accessories; you also need to consider your furniture layout, which can have a huge impact on the overall mood....
What to Consider When Re-Lighting Your Room
You’ve decided to overhaul your lighting system, perhaps to make it more modern, more visually appealing or more environmentally friendly. But where do you start and what tips should you keep in...
Reception Redesign: Make Your Welcome Area More Welcoming
When it comes to business, the brand you present to your clients is of the utmost importance. This applies to your interactions with clients, your social media presence, your advertising efforts –...